Prolonged staring at the screen leads to so-called digital eye strain – dry eyes, tension, and headaches.
What helps:
Dark mode – easy on the eyes and saves battery, especially at night.
Enable dark mode in apps when available.
The 20-20-20 rule – every 20 minutes, look at an object about 6 meters away for at least 20 seconds.
Longer battery life
A phone that drains quickly is a problem for everyone. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to extend battery life.
Practical solutions:
activate low power or power saving mode;
use automatic screen brightness;
limit background updates and synchronization;
Close or remove apps that are using a lot of power.
Keep your phone fast and stable
Over time, even new smartphones can start to run slower.
How to improve productivity:
regularly clear application cache;
limit programs running in the background;
leave enough free space for storage;
Install system and application updates.
The hidden capabilities of the volume buttons
Most people only use the volume buttons to increase and decrease the volume. In reality, they have many more uses.
Quickly mute a call
When a call comes in, pressing the buttons stops the ringing without rejecting the call.
Take pictures without touching the screen
On many models, the buttons serve as a camera shutter release – extremely convenient for selfies and one-handed shooting.
Music and video management
Adjust the volume without unlocking the phone. On some models, playback control is also possible.
Instant silent mode
With a few taps, you can quickly switch to silent or vibrate mode – useful in meetings and at night.
SOS and emergency functions
Combinations of the volume and power buttons can activate SOS mode, automatic emergency call, and location sharing.
Improved accessibility
For people with mobility difficulties, the buttons can control various functions through accessibility settings.
Conclusion
These tips are just some of the possibilities that modern smartphones offer. When you use them to their full potential, everyday life becomes more organized, easier, and more efficient.
Try it yourself – you may find that your phone can do much more than you thought and become an even more indispensable assistant.
